BLACK+DECKER GWC3600L20-GB 36 V Lithium-Ion Blower Vacuum, 8.43 in*10.71 in*20.39 in
Box Contains
- 1 x Black and Decker GWC3600L20 36v Blower Vac
- 1 x 36v Battery
- 1 x Fast Charger
Black and Decker 36V Li-Ion Blower Vacuum
This high performance blower vac from Black and Decker is a maintenance tool for keeping your garden tidy. With a powerful 36V 2.0Ah Lithium Ion battery and power select feature, removing and collecting garden debris is designed to be easy. The 2 in 1 interchangeable nozzles allow for a quick conversion from blower to vacuum ensuring full garden coverage in no time at all. High impact shredding blades break down the toughest of debris and the convenient collection bag attachment provides the user with an efficient way of disposal. Featuring a lightweight design and ergonomic handle the GWC3600L20 has everything you need to get the job done.
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Power and PerformanceWith a combination of power, speed and design, this product is ideal for maintaining a tidy garden with the minimal of effort. The power switch function provides 4-1 coverage to reduce and remove all types of garden debris. Turbo mode gives some extra power when required for stubborn tasks and there is an Eco mode to preserve the battery life for maximum run time. The built in scraper also ensures that any stubborn or left over leaves can easily be removed. | Attachments and convenienceThe 36v 2.0Ah battery with Lithium Ion Technology allows the GWC3600L20 to work harder for longer, providing the user with a long lasting Blowervac. This cordless freedom means less effort for the user as no cables are necessary and gives the ability to get in to all nooks and crannies around the garden. The Lightweight design and ergonomic handle ensures great manoeuvrability while also increasing comfort and control. The collection bag attachment ensures that the shredded debris can be easily deposited on the compost heap or just for compact and easy disposal. | Main uses and applicationsThe innovative 2 in 1 conversion system allows the user to quickly and efficiently change from vacuuming/shredding to blowing modes. This means the product covers all the necessary applications, from blowing fallen leaves on patios, garages and driveways to collecting grass clippings off the lawn. The waste can then be easily broken down as the built in shredder reduces the volume of debris from 7 to 1 which means that the bag will need emptying less as well as accelerating composting and allowing quick and compact disposal. | SafetyIt is important to remember to wear the appropriate safety equipment such as approved safety gloves or goggles (available separately). This ensures full protection for the user against any debris that may fly upwards. Avoid any form of rocks or pebbles when in vacuum mode as these may damage the inside of the product specifically the shredder. Remember to make sure to remove the collection bag only when the tool is turned off. |
Slow Discharge
Lithium Batteries have a very slow discharge rate compared to NiCD/Nimh batteries. After 90 days without use a Lithium Ion battery will still retain 80% of its charge. In comparison a NiCD/Nimh battery will only have retained about 10% of its charge. This means that you will always be ready to complete that DIY task without having to wait for the battery to charge.
No Memory Effect
When using NiCD/Nimh batteries it is recommended to fully discharge the battery prior to recharging them, which is not always very practical. Lithium Ion batteries do not suffer from memory effect, therefore can be recharged at any time without the battery suffering from ‘memory effect’.
Cold Temperature
Nimh batteries will not work at temperatures approaching freezing. Black and Decker Lithium Ion batteries will work at these temperatures ensuring that you are able to get the ‘job’ done.
Recyclable
Lithium Ion batteries contain metal elements that are not harmful to the environment compared to other battery technology. All Lithium Ion batteries can be recycled at your local recycling centre.
Smaller/Lighter
Lithium Ion batteries have a higher energy density than NiCD / NIMH batteries. This means that for an equivalent capacity Lithium Ion batteries are smaller and lighter than conventional NiCD / NIMH batteries. So whether you are choosing cordless garden tools, power tools or cordless home cleaning the Lithium Ion batteries will guarantee that your tool is lighter and more compact ensuring there is less chance you will suffer from fatigue.
Lithium Ion Batteries
The GW3600L20 is fitted with 36V 2.0Ah batteries. Black and Decker use high grade Lithium Ion batteries and each battery is tested for moisture ingress to ensure there is no chance of them short circuiting, as well as going through drop and vibration tests to ensure their durability. Contained within the battery pack are electronics that protect the battery against overcharging, as well preventing the battery from self discharging if it gets too hot or very cold. Black and Decker Lithium Ion batteries are designed to be ready to use when you are as there is no self discharge, they are also very light to ensure that you don’t tire whilst completing that DIY Task.
| Weight: | 4.9 kg |
| Size: | 8.43 in*10.71 in*20.39 in |
| Dimensions: | 27.2 x 51.79 x 21.41 cm; 4.9 Kilograms |
| Model: | GWC3600L20-GB |
| Part: | GWC3600L20-GB |
| Colour: | Black |
| Pack Quantity: | 1 |
| Batteries Required: | Yes |
| Batteries Included: | Lithium Ion |
| Manufacture: | Stanley Black & Decker |
| Colour: | Black |
| Quantity: | 1 |
| Size: | 8.43 in*10.71 in*20.39 in |
Picks up really well. Doesn’t like wet leaves. Overall an excellent tool. My 5 year old grandson loves it and can use it on his own.
Once you get used to changing the blower and sucker pipes you will find this easy to use. When sucking try not to rub the inlet pipe on hard surfaces like flags or concrete because you will wear it away. I fastened a piece of aluminium on the end to solve that.
Blower very effective but vacuum seems a little underpowered but should do most of the jobs required
I like that this picks up everything I need, leaves and petals. It does also pick up sticks and small stones.
It a little awkward to empty the bag as it doesn’t come off of the unit, its hard to tip it upside down as the unit is quiet bulky but I do still think its a good unit.
I was in two minds when I bought this item. I already had a petrol blower/vac but was never that happy with it. I did however have a Black & Decker strimmer and hedge trimmer both on the 36v rechargeable system and I was extremely happy with them both. Fed up with the leaves on my patio from a magnificent Beach hedge I eventually bought this blower/vac. It is amazing! Who needs a blower/vac when leaves are wet anyway, just sweep and shovel them into a compost heap. It is when leaves are dry that they are difficult to pick up especially when there is a breeze! This machine copes admirably with dry leaves, moss ( that Blackbirds chuck off the roof) and general litter, mulching it all up ready for the compost heap. I have also used this to pick leaves up from a loose gravelled area it is amazing, picking up leaves and twigs but leaving the stones. As yet I have only used it on the ECO power level as I have not needed to turn it up to Turbo power. I am so annoyed that I was put off buying this machine by negative comments about it left by idiots. I could have been enjoying the benefits of it much earlier!
Works well in dry and is compatible with other B&D products
Sometimes in life you buy something that really does the job and exceeds all expectations. This is one of those.
Assembly is easy provided one looks at the photos of an assembled one – the collection bag goes on the end that the blower comes off.
On eco the blower is not that strong but as soon as turned up a little there’s plenty of power – same for the suction. Overall a very handy gadget and the 36v battery seems to last well.
Reading other ratings on this cordless garden vacuum I was a bit apprehensive, however I ordered one and I have to say how delighted I am with this great little garden vacuum. It is easy to assemble and being light weight, so easy to use. The running time is more than enough for my needs, given that I do not have a small garden. I haven’t found any down sides and have used it several times.
Anyway, I bit the bullet and bought it and have definitely not regretted it. Assembly was straightforward although pushing the tubes together was a bit scary as there is no way of taking the apart once they are joined, so be careful lining up the lugs to the holes.
In action the vacuum is light to use, the battery lats at least 20 minutes. The suction seems to work fine for dry leaves, flower petals and other odds and ends, and I haven’t used full power yet, and unlike the previous blower which blew dust out of the bag back to the ground, this vacuum retains everything, so leaves a much cleaner patio.
It’s early days, but it makes hoovering the patio a pleasure rather than a chore, with no wires to get in the way. its lightness makes it easy to lift onto raised flower bed, and pots as well as tight corners to remove old leaves etc. After three weeks of use I’m very pleased with the purchase.
Overall very happy with the product. It does exactly what it is designed to do.
Seen and borrowed other models but this unit can’t be faulted in any way shape or form, good solid effective piece of ki
This product was of a price and quality that appealed to me.
Black and Decker has a good reputation and the product did not disappoint in any area.
Very impressed. Would recommend. Purchased earlier this year. Performance is super. Lightweight is real bonus. Better than a broom folks
I use it to keep the hard surface areas in and around the garden and my driveway clean.
I have used many powered garden tools over the years and you do learn to buy tools that suit the job in hand. This blower/vac is used to tidy the lawn of dropped dry leaves in the Summer, they can be ‘herded’ into a pile and picked or sucked up. It is also used on gravel paths and patios to blow off and collect leaves and light hedge clippings.
The assembly was pretty straightforward though you do need a bit of strength to connect the tubing, tip – a bit of saliva helps to lubricate the joints.
The interchange between blower and vac attachments is quick and easy. The battery is quick to charge and lasts a reasonable time. The power is variable and you don’t need much to clear dry leaves. The unit is reasonably light and easy to manoeuvre and quieter and cleaner than petrol units.
I note negative reviews referring to wet leaves and would say that all but the most powerful units would struggle with a wet soggy mass of material! Clear the leaves when they are dry!
Overall very pleased with this product, good value for money, very effective and easy to use.
Have used it for some time now and its still as good as when new.One of the best garden tools i have ever had. In fact I was so please with it that I bought another. Now I have a dedicated blower and dedicate vacuum Perfect.
It is mostly used for sucking up leaves and returning them back to the soil as a mulch. It is nice and lightweight however, it would be better to have more suction power.
I have used this several times. Works great on dry leaves but haven’t bothered with wet ones. I have no idea what it is like to suck and mulch leaves as I had no intention of using this feature. I have a large garden and I wanted a battery leaf blower to use in conjunction with a rake. I have other tools in the range that use the same batteries. All of which have proved to last quite a while on one charge but at least I have spares when required.
First impressions “It cant possibly be in that little box” . It was but there was a bit of easy assembly to do. In use, it seems OK as long as you are collecting dry leave. Had a couple of jams when using damp leaves but that was easily cleared. Compared to my previous corded unit, it doesn’t have the same suction but it does get the job done much more effectively especially as we have lots of steps. I have mobility issues and can still use this ok with it being lighter than my previous unit. I would recommend.
If the limitations of this blower/vac are understood it is a good tool – hence four stars. I bought it to blow back chippings thrown around by Blackbirds and to vac small dry leaves which some my trees produce all year. The only setting worth having is full turbo, otherwise the blow and suck are weak. It should come with two batteries as a second is essential. It is easy and quick to use and put back which are big pluses. I have a corded and a petrol blower/vac for bigger jobs, especially if leaves are large or wet. Very few people are likely to get away with this tool as their only blower/vac as it is not powerful enough, but if bought for quick access work for dry material it does the job well.
Easy to use and powerful, sucks up all the straw around the farm yard – wife is happy !
For me, this is a perfect compromise between not wanting the hassle of an electric cord and not having a big enough garden to warrant the cost of a petrol driven vac.
I find this product valve for money as you get the complete package being the b attery and the charger as other models on the market you have to buy separte items
Had chance to use it on wet leaves yesterday – works well
It used to be a right drag sweeping them and then trying to pick up using pieces of cardboard.
You can use this vac with one hand it is very light but extremely powerful.
This has been one of my better buys.
Excellent product, works well with good power. Storage of the large vacuum tube is a problem though.
Works brilliantly for clearing our (quite big) tarmac drive of leaves and pine needles, runs on full blow for about 20-30 minutes on a battery charge, don’t use the suction feature very much.